Ash Oro @ashoro.co.uk · 04/07/20261/11 This weekend I turn my attention to the reports over the week of Russian tankers potentially carrying weapons in response to UK prosecutions. This is a serious escalation that requires some explanation. #Shipping #MaritimeSecurity 43120 0
elvisisalive.bsky.social @elvisisalive.bsky.social · 04/07/2026It was the Marines who boarded the last one, the UK doesn't have much escalation above that except the SBS. 000 0
Ash Oro @ashoro.co.uk · 04/07/20262/11 When we think about sanctions enforcement at sea, we usually picture inspections, paperwork and coastguards. It feels like a civilian problem governed by maritime law. But recent reports about Russia's shadow fleet suggest that assumption may be starting to change. 180 0
Lloyd of Bayliss @lloydbayliss.bsky.social · 04/07/2026Interesting. In the current climate though, would it not be assumed, or at least figure into planning, that the possibility of armed resistance exists, regardless of whether or not weapons are visible? 130 0
matt-eagles.bsky.social @matt-eagles.bsky.social · 04/07/2026Many years ago a friend of mine got the opportunity to be "hostage" on a freighter off the south coast for a training exercise. Several hours of waiting followed by some dull bangs and plenty of shouting they were bundled into a chopper and whisked away to safety and a bag lunch. 010 0
